Chapter 202 – Storming the Ability Arena (Part One)

Relentless knocking suddenly erupted across the courtyard.

“Brother Ye, come out quickly! Something terrible has happened!”

Outside the door, a soldier with a raspy voice shouted repeatedly, his tone gradually tinged with suppressed sobs.

Ye Kuang’s eyes snapped open at the noise, irritation flashing across his face. Early morning was prime rest time for everyone, and he particularly despised having his dawn dreams interrupted.

At this thought, Ye Kuang couldn’t help but roar: “What’s all the madness so early? Has the sky fallen?”

Creak!

The door swung open to reveal a bleary-eyed Ye Kuang wearing only shorts and flip-flops, running a hand through his hair as he grumbled: “What could possibly be so urgent?”

“Brother Ye, everyone went to the Esper Colosseum last night and got detained. The organizers are demanding you come personally to bail them out.”

Ye Kuang’s expression shifted instantly, recalling the promotional posters he’d seen at the station upon returning last night. His demeanor grew solemn. “Take me to see.”

While speaking, he threw on his clothes and sped off in a black sedan.

The Esper Colosseum was actually operated by the Ningyuan Tycoon Alliance – a coalition of the wealthiest individuals from across Ningyuan. Within its ranks stood countless business magnates and high-ranking officials, wielding influence so formidable that even the renowned financial guilds paled in comparison.

The Esper Colosseum itself served as a grand arena where awakened ability users engaged in combat.

Arriving at the location, Ye Kuang couldn’t suppress his awe. The massive entrance stood like an insurmountable fortress wall, compelling reverence from all who beheld it.

The roaring from within already echoed through the skies like a raging storm, lingering persistently. The member of Heaven Earth Black Yellow grew visibly pale, clearly overwhelmed by the sonic waves generated by the massive crowd.

“How do we get in?”

“Brother Ye, they said… if you have the capability, just… storm your way in!”

Ye Kuang momentarily froze at these words, then a faint, wicked smile curled at the corners of his mouth. “You go back. As for the others, I’ll bring them home myself.”

As these words still hung in the air, his figure strode directly toward the arena gates. Up close, the gates revealed themselves not as stone, but forged from refined iron. Their jet-black, polished surfaces gleamed as if maintained through countless treatments, showing no traces of rust.

Ye Kuang stood observing quietly for a moment before sighing inexplicably: “Such exquisite iron gates… what a pity, what a shame.”

Inside the Colosseum, the atmosphere had reached fever pitch as crowds roared incessantly, urging their favored combatants to swift victory.

BOOM!!!

At that precise moment, a thunderous crash split the heavens, reverberating like divine wrath in the ears of all present.

“Oh my god, what just happened?”

“The iron gates suddenly collapsed – there’s someone standing there!”

“Aooo… wuu…”

As this earth-shattering commotion erupted, the resulting uproar dwarfed all previous noise. The air vibrated with waves of astonishment, each surge more violent than ocean tempests, more furious than howling gales.

Everywhere, spectators leaped to their feet, their hidden frenzy ignited by the sudden development.

Ye Kuang advanced steadily through the sonic waves, his gaze icy cold as he suddenly threw his head back and released a long, piercing cry that cut through the chaos.If the previous clamor was like startling thunder, then the current long roar was akin to rolling thunder, echoing throughout the entire venue, lingering without end.

Immediately after, the sound waves abruptly ceased, and everyone couldn’t help but cast horrified glances at that slender figure, as if looking at a monster.

It was none other than Ye Kuang!

At the same time, dozens of astonishing auras erupted one after another from the center of the high platform.

Dazzlingly, the multicolored glows were filled with boundless flames and icy cold, not even sparing light and darkness.

“Is he here? Everyone, don’t panic. This contestant is from an ancient nation—he is the Dark Horse, Ye Kuang, with odds of 1:100.”

Roar, roar, roar!

Upon hearing this, how could the crowd contain their excitement? One by one, they couldn’t help but erupt into frenzied cheers.

Clearly, they were also filled with anticipation for the mysterious ancient nation.

This was not only a yearning for its myriad legends but also an inexplicable desire to explore its ancient culture.

Here, a Wind Thunder Dance unfolded, evidently pushing this unprecedented spectacle to its peak ahead of time.

“Buzz, buzz…”

“Everyone, please quiet down first. To ensure the Colosseum proceeds smoothly, we will begin with a qualifying round.”

As the words fell, a golden-haired Elder came into view and continued indifferently, “Of course, the arena lies ahead. If he fails to reach it within three minutes, he will not be qualified to discuss important matters.”

Upon hearing this, Ye Kuang’s expression shifted, clearly not expecting the other party to pull such a stunt.

Roar, roar, roar!

But then, as the clamor gradually rose, three figures suddenly emerged on the pathway in the venue, each an A-rank ability user (Innate combat power).

With purple, gold, and blue hair flying, their expressions were cold and stern, and overwhelming energy ripples emanated from their bodies, making it clear at a glance that they were unfathomable.

Ye Kuang: “Step aside!”

But as soon as he spoke, he completely ignored the three and strode forward.

“Heh, so you’re the Dark Horse, Ye Kuang? The one who defeated Dark Fist’s left hand—doesn’t seem all that impressive to me.”

“Why waste words with him? We’re paid to handle trouble.”

“This thankless task is better left to you two…”

By then, Ye Kuang had already walked up to the three.

“Why stop? Come at me…”

But before the words fully left their mouths, the three of them abruptly paled, retreating dozens of feet in succession.

This scene, naturally, drew a round of whistles and jeers.

“Dammit, what’s going on?”

“This guy is weird. Everyone, stay on guard.”

“No need to tell us, but why does his aura feel so dangerous?”

Ye Kuang paid no heed, striding forward with steps that seemed to tread directly on the trio’s hearts.

As an inexplicable sense of oppression descended, the three of them paled once again.

As the saying goes, when faced with fear, one either learns to fight back or flees.

Here, the three clearly chose the former, roaring as they hurled energy orbs in their hands.

Their speed was like lightning.

In an instant, the air buzzed violently!

Boom, boom, boom!